In Kerala, the Kerala State Mediation and Conciliation Centre (KSMCC) has reported that more than 42,000 cases have already been referred for mediation under the campaign, with around 3,400 cases successfully settled, including matters pending for several decades. Mediation proceedings are currently ongoing in the remaining referred cases. Justice Anil K Narendran is heading the Centre responsible for this in Kerala.

The campaign has also recorded a milestone in Lakshadweep, where cases were resolved through mediation for the first time in the Union Territory’s history.

This is taking place as a part of a 90-day campaign launched by the Supreme Court of India’s Mediation and Conciliation Project Committee (MCPC) titled “Mediation for the Nation 2.0”, aimed at reducing the pendency of cases across courts by promoting amicable dispute resolution through mediation.

Under the campaign, courts across the country will identify and refer suitable cases for mediation between January 2 and February 15, 2026, irrespective of their listed hearing dates. Such cases will be transferred to court-annexed mediation centres after notifying the parties. The initiative covers a wide range of disputes, including matrimonial and domestic violence cases, cheque bounce matters, motor accident claims, compoundable criminal cases, land acquisition and partition disputes, eviction matters, commercial and contract disputes, service and labour law cases, and consumer disputes.

Mediation services at court-annexed centres will be provided free of cost, and in cases where disputes are settled, the entire court fee will be refunded. Parties will also have the option of participating in mediation proceedings through online platforms.